Double Comparative (grammar lesson)


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Double Comparative - Glossary of Terms

Double Comparative

In general, the comparative form of an adjective or adverb can be formed by adding the suffix "-er" or by placing "more" before. This is covered in more detail in the lesson "Comparatives". Adding "er" or using "more" to a word that is already a comparative is called a double comparative. This is a mistake.

Examples:

She is much more wiser these days.

(should be just "wiser")

Adam is more better in my opinion.

(should be just "better")

Interactive example:

I prefer the Ireland - it's less windier. [show me the double comparative]

See also:

Glossary of grammatical terms

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